“I studied structured improv, where you start from one position and see where it takes you. I like spontaneity. If you set yourself up to do the same thing every night, you may not connect as well to a different audience.”

American dancer and singer

Jillian Hervey is an American dancer, singer, and vocalist, known as part of the musical duo Lion Babe. She is the daughter of Ramon Hervey II and of singer, actress, and former Miss America Vanessa Williams. Her work sits at the intersection of music and performance, with a profile shaped by both singing and dance. She is best known for her role in Lion Babe, and for her family background in entertainment, which has placed her in the public eye beyond her own performances.